SMEDA launches awareness programme on Industry 4.0

LAHORE: The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) recently conducted a highly successful training session on Industry 4.0 for the apparel and textile sector at the Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PRGMEA) premises. The session attracted a large number of participants, including PRGMEA leadership and industry experts.

Presentations were delivered by Mubeen Abid from the Industry Support Cell of SMEDA and Abdul Moiz from WiMetrix, a fashion production tracking solutions company, offering crucial insights into Industry 4.0 technologies and their application in the textile industry. The session generated strong interest from participants, reflecting the sector’s readiness for digital transformation.

The event was attended by Mukesh Kumar, provincial chief of SMEDA Sindh, who praised Mubeen for his excellent work. Shaikh Shafiq Jhokwala, patron-in-chief of PRGMEA, presented an appreciation crest to Kumar in recognition of SMEDA’s contributions. Amir Amin Kothawala, chairman of central PRGMEA, and Aamir Chottani, chairman of south zone PRGMEA, also commended the efforts of the SMEDA team.This workshop is part of SMEDA’s ongoing commitment to advancing Industry 4.0 adoption and supporting Pakistan’s manufacturing sector in embracing digital transformation.